OA - UTILITY OPERATOR IV

Butterball; Alix (AR); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Butterball, located in Alix, Arkansas, is looking for a service technician for the refrigeration system. This role involves monitoring, maintaining, and troubleshooting refrigeration equipment while ensuring compliance with safety regulations.

The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience in a maintenance discipline, a GED or High School Diploma, and preferred certifications in industrial maintenance.

Additional skills in welding, plumbing, and bilingual English/Spanish are advantageous. Join our team committed to continuous improvement in a food processing environment.

Qualifications

• 2 years of previous experience working in maintenance.
• Ability to communicate with all levels in organization.
• Must pass Hazmat physical.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and perform preventive maintenance on refrigeration systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment using diagnostic skills.
• Track work assignments and complete required paperwork.

Skills

Ability to lift to 50 pounds

Good Communication

Basic Mathematical Skills

Ability to work independently

Ability to follow diagrams and manuals

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Certificate/Diploma in Industrial Maintenance

Tools

Diagnostic tools (ladder logic, volt meters)

Welding equipment

Job description

Provide support service for operating, monitoring, and providing preventive maintenance to the refrigeration system. Creates reports and repairs resulting from malfunction, breakdown, relocation, replacement or other modification of existing refrigeration systems and/or equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor refrigeration system to include compressors, components, condensers, air units, and perform preventive maintenance and repair as scheduled
• Troubleshoots and repairs various pieces of equipment using several diagnostic skills/tools (ladder logic, volt meters, etc.).
• Basic troubleshooting/repair/preventive maintenance of all refrigeration and ice conveying equipment in the plant and freezer areas.
• The ability to start up equipment during pre-shift, such as ice makers and chillers.
• Supports and provides training to other IMTs in the proper running and completion of preventive maintenance tasks.
• Interprets specifications, blueprints, schematics, and work orders in performing duties.
• Suggests changes in processes to increase equipment uptime (reliability) while ensuring it is operating at optimal levels. Is committed to continuous improvement.
• Acts in a manner that is consistent with Butterball’s core values. Must be able to work in both teams and on an individual basis in performing this role. Must be self-directed and focused on utilizing time efficiently.
• Utilizes and adheres to various company policies to include safety and food safety regulations.
• Accurately tracks work assignments (time), accounts for parts and completes required paperwork.
• Responsible for performing all duties as assigned by management.
• Regular attendance is an essential function of the position.

Minimum Qualifications (Educations & Experience)

• 2 years of previous experience working in at least one maintenance discipline
• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• Certificate/Diploma in Industrial Maintenance or similar area strongly preferred.

Essential Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Follow diagrams, operation manuals, manufacturing instructions and troubleshooting malfunctions
• Communicate with all levels in organization
• Ability to take accurate measurements and maintain paperwork throughout the shift.
• Ability to work independently to make decisions with minimal supervision
• Ability to read and understand written instructions
• Good Communication
• Basic Mathematical Skills
• Ability to lift to 50 pounds

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Previous experience is a Refrigeration maintenance position.
• Industrial Refrigeration Certification
• Weld equipment and parts using mig, tig, and stick methods.
• Perform mill/lathe work as needed.
• Perform plumbing work as needed.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred

Physical Demands

• While performing the duties of this job, an IMT is frequently required to stand, walk, have hands/finger dexterity, reach with hands/arms, stoop, crouch, kneel, crawl, climb, speak and hear.
• The IMT is occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to wear respirator and/or work in confined spaces.
• Must pass Hazmat physical

Working Conditions & Travel Requirements

• Work is performed in a food processing plant with a high noise level, storage coolers/facilities.
• Work assignments may range across the entirety of the plant complex, including non-refrigerated and refrigerated areas, with temperatures that range from -20 degrees Fahrenheit to 90+ degrees Fahrenheit.
• Position requires working around processing plant equipment.
• Must wear the required PPE to include steel toe shoes, safety glasses, hardhat, safety vest, gloves, and hearing protection.
• The noise level of the office environment is usually moderate; the noise level in the manufacturing environment may exceed 85 DBA and require hearing protection.
• May work with raw and/or cooked meat.

Disclaimer

We embrace equal opportunity employment. Butterball is committed to the fair and impartial treatment of all employees and applicants for employment without regard to gender, age, race, religion, color, national origin, physical or mental disability, military/veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, parental status, pregnancy, or any other status protected by law.

This position is deemed Safety Sensitive for purposes of Butterball’s Drug/Alcohol Screening & Testing Policy. Details will be provided to individuals who receive a conditional job offer, or upon request.

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of what is required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not imply or establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.